State of the Art: Your Weekly Guide to LA’s Latino Art Openings
Ay que cara! That might be something you yell out when at “About Face.” Dedicated to the idea of breaking through the traditional portrait, the 50-plus works by over 35 artists explore new ways to portray the human face or body. The talent roster makes for a diverse group from artists like Chilean Sandra Vásquez de la Horra to Canadian André Ethier. Get ready for some hints of Surrealism and German Expressionism – in other words, some awesomely weird art. Head to the opening reception December 1st at 6 p.m.
Group Show: California Photography Now – New Image Art Gallery
From cell phones to professional camera, there’s plenty of gadgets today that help us take photos of almost anything. Pulling together a variety of artists, “California Photography Now” presents Los Angeles through a variety of camera lenses, showcasing the personalities and places that make up the city’s diverse identity. Participants in the show include street artist Retna and renowned photographer Gregory Bojorquez. Stop by December 1 at 7 p.m. for the opening reception and bring your camera along, too – you never know what you might capture.